Sr Director of Content and Development, TV Plus

Los Angeles, CA (On-site)

$255K/yr – $285K/yrSenior Level14+ years expFull time

Posted 1 day ago

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Job Summary

Own and drive Samsung TV Plus content strategy and end-to-end lifecycle from strategy through data-driven optimization, leading cross-functional teams to secure and package high-quality, first-to-market content while managing budget and partnerships.

Oversees content strategy, development, and packaging across live productions and emerging formats.
Partner with programming, BD, licensing and tech to drive growth.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Content Strategy and Budget Management
Define and execute a content strategy that aligns with the vision of Samsung TV PLUS, audience preferences and business growth objectives.
Work closely with the programming, acquisition, licensing, merchandising, legal, content acquisitions and the business development team to bring on board first-to-market & high-quality content.
Identify and bring to market trending types of content, genres, and storytelling formats that resonate with viewers
Identify gaps in the content library, channel offering and curate a compelling mix of content
Balance commercial viability, audience demand, and creative vision in content selection
Partner with the BD and Programming Teams and manage priorities across a multitude of deals with studios, networks, IP rights holders, and independent production houses
Use data analytics, viewer behavior insights, and performance metrics to optimize content decisions.
Manage the content budget to ensure responsible spending allocations to ensure the meeting of business objectives
Monitor industry trends, competitor platforms, and audience shifts to adapt content strategies proactively

Requirements

BA/BS required, MBA preferred but not required
14+ years of relevant experience the content production, production management, and development space
Experience working at the intersection of content and tech; deep knowledge of the OTT / FAST / Connected TV landscape
Excellent analytical and communication skills with the ability to clearly and simply convey complex concepts
Ability to identify and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders internally/externally; Ability to strongly influence others and move organizations behind their goals
Ability to bring structure to large-scale, ambiguous problems
Ability to set priorities and creatively problem solve for several time-sensitive matters; Ability to adjust priorities/tactics/solutions based on a constantly evolving environment
Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal oversight in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
401(k)
Employee Purchase Program
Tuition Assistance (after 6 months)
Paid Time Off
Student Loan Program (after 6 months)
Wellness Incentives

Samsung Electronics America

Headquartered in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), the U.S. Sales and Marketing subsidiary, is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions and networks systems. For more than four decades, Samsung has driven innovation, economic growth and workforce opportunity across the United States—investing over $100 billion and employing more than 20,000 people nationwide. By integrating our large portfolio of products, services and AI technology, we’re creating smarter, sustainable and more connected experiences that empower people to live better. SEA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Founded in 2012

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, USA

10K employees (787 in marketing)

www.samsung.com/us